Why this matters now
The DoD’s final CMMC rule became effective on 16 December 2024, and mandatory assessments officially began on 2 January 2025. A recent DoD bulletin signals that nearly every new contract will include CMMC language as early as 1 October 2025. Missing the first wave of requirements could sideline suppliers for an entire three‑year budget cycle.
What contractors must do in Q3–Q4 2025
| Week | Priority task | Outcome if done well |
|---|---|---|
| 1‑2 | Scope your environment – separate FCI/CUI from business systems | Reduces assessment cost by 20–40 % |
| 3‑4 | Baseline against NIST 800‑171 using an independent gap analysis | Generates an objective SPRS score |
| 5‑6 | Develop POA&Ms with hard dates and budget owners | Converts gaps into funded projects |
| 7‑9 | Harden controls & capture evidence in a CMMC‑ready SSP | Demonstrates maturity, not just intent |
| 10‑12 | Pre‑assessment dry run with a Registered Practitioner (RP) | Identifies any last‑minute audit blockers |
Pro‑tip: leverage an External Service Provider (ESP) for Level 1 self‑attestations to preserve internal bandwidth, but engage a CMMC RP early for Level 2 readiness—assessors now expect a living compliance program, not a snapshot.
How Globe‑America accelerates the timeline
As a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with 20 years of DoD facility experience, Globe‑America delivers a dual‑track approach:
- Consulting track – seasoned RPs map your controls, write POA&Ms, and coach your team through evidence collection.
- Managed security track – our MSSP stack enforces policies 24/7, ensuring the controls we document are the controls you actually run.
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